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Your Sky TV bill rises today, but Martin Lewis has a simple tip to beat the hike

SKY broadband and TV bills will be a little bigger from today as a raft of new price changes finally come into effect. Luckily, it seems there's an easy way to try and beat the hike, discovered by savings supremo Martin Lewis. https://bit.ly/3cF3dSb

Google Maps unveils 100 new features in one of its biggest ever updates

GOOGLE has unveiled some of the biggest new features in the pipeline for its ubiquitous navigation software, Google Maps. The new features are all powered by Artificial Intelligence to preview the weather on your next journey, help you reduce emissions when travelling, and even find the train platform using your smartphone camera inside a station. https://bit.ly/3sIUyUl

Is this the end of pirated music and film on YouTube?

YOUTUBE has introduced a new tool for those uploading to the video-sharing site designed to protect against any copyrighted video, songs, or games footage from being uploaded to the website. https://bit.ly/3fsDRJ2

LG and Samsung won't like the sound of this new TV from Huawei one bit

LG AND Samsung could soon face tough competition from Huawei with the Chinese firm rumoured to be launching a great-sounding new TV. https://bit.ly/3cCb0jB

Apple confirms when iPhone fans will get to see biggest update of the year

APPLE has confirmed the date for its next developers conference, known as WWDC, where it's likely to reveal upcoming software upgrades for its iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch and Mac. https://bit.ly/3rEekPo

BT and EE price hikes start tomorrow - how much more will YOU have to pay this year?

BT WILL increase prices for its broadband, landline, mobile, and BT Sports customers - as well as those with broadband or mobile phone contracts from EE tomorrow. If you missed the initial announcement, we've got the full breakdown of exactly how much more you'll be paying for the rest of this year. https://bit.ly/3fq6whP

Motorola's bargain moto G100 takes aim at Samsung's Galaxy A52 and A72

SAMSUNG may have just unveiled its new Galaxy A52 and A72 phones but they now have some serious competition from Motorola and its moto G100. https://bit.ly/39tyyW5

Shock Android bug lets strangers see your WhatsApp chats, photos and web history

ANDROID smartphone owners have been placed on red-alert over a dangerous new malware that could allow total strangers access to their private WhatsApp chats, personal photos, and full web search history. https://bit.ly/3u4x8sT

Google has just made owning its new Pixel seem way more attractive

IF YOU discounted the Pixel 5 last time you were looking to upgrade your phone, this flagship Android handset seems a little more attractive right now, thanks to a big price cut from Google. https://bit.ly/3sK60zj

Microsoft is fixing one of the biggest issues with Teams at last

MICROSOFT Teams will be addressing a surprising omission from its feature list with a brand new update. https://bit.ly/2PjdoTs

Reddit DOWN: Is Reddit down right now? Is Reddit not working? Server status latest

REDDIT down reports are surging in right now, with users being greeted with a "something went wrong" or "sorry we couldn't load posts for this page" error today. But is Reddit actually down? Is Reddit not working? https://bit.ly/3rue9Gx

Virgin Media reveals vitals tips to boost your broadband speeds for free

VIRGIN Media has just released a bunch of useful tips aimed at boosting the internet around your home without paying a penny extra. https://bit.ly/2NZ3Z2S

Huawei begins big move away from Android next month - P40 first for upgrade?

HUAWEI is next month launching its first-ever in-house operating system - HarmonyOS - which will take on the dynamic duo of Android and iOS that has had a stranglehold on the smartphone OS market for over a decade. But which Huawei phone, such as the P40 or P30 Pro, will be first in line for the update? https://bit.ly/3ssd8Qs

WhatsApp users warned not to trust fake 'Amazon anniversary' free gift message

WHATSAPP users have been put on alert and told not to trust a fake 'Amazon anniversary' message offering a free gift. https://bit.ly/3tXNPWJ

Samsung is bringing its best TV technology to your Windows 10 PCs and Mac

SAMSUNG has just announced the launch of its new desktop monitors, which are designed to boost the visuals on your Windows 10 and Apple Mac. https://bit.ly/3lY9GdP

Scrapping TV licence for Netflix-style subscription DELAYED to 2038 due to internet speeds

GLACIAL broadband speeds across the UK mean the Government has "left itself with no option on the licence fee" until the next Charter period ends in 2038, a damning new report has claimed. https://bit.ly/3ffW0d9

Currys sale offers cheap Samsung 4K TVs, Google Nest mini, Galaxy Watch and more

CURRYS has launched its big Spring Sale event with money off Samsung TVs, smartwatches, coffee machines, smart speakers and more. Here's the pick of the best offers https://bit.ly/3cnK4nG

Save up to 40% on TV's, Laptops, and more in Currys epic Easter sale

CURRY'S EPIC EASTER sale has started with a bang, with up to 40 percent off across some of their best selling categories and top-rated products. https://bit.ly/3tLebLI

Dyson's new laser-guided vacuum will rid your house of every speck of dust

DYSON has just revealed its new V15 Detect vacuum which comes packed with a laser to show you exactly where each speck of dust is around your home. https://bit.ly/3d7foGw

Google will FIX crashing Android apps TONIGHT: Gmail, Samsung, Outlook apps to work again

GOOGLE has confirmed plans to automatically fix its Android glitch, which has caused dozens of apps - from Gmail, Yahoo Mail, Amazon to BBC Weather, Google Chrome, and Microsoft Outlook - to crash as soon as you try to open them. A previous fix didn't work for all Android smartphone owners, so tonight's automatic patch should hopefully get everything working again. https://bit.ly/31jh3Dn

Android app crash bug: Google releases fix but users still suffering annoying glitch

ANDROID users have been hit by an annoying glitch that is crashing apps, such as Gmail, Outlook and Yahoo, on their devices. Google has now released an official fix but it seems that it's not helping everyone. https://bit.ly/3f8JImE

Why buying an Apple iPad right now is probably a terrible idea

APPLE is rumoured to hold its first launch event of 2021 in the coming weeks and it could be all about the iPad. https://bit.ly/3fgD8ue

Amazon app on Android crashing? Shoppers hit by same issues plaguing Gmail, Yahoo, more

AMAZON customers have been left unable to open the Android app on their smartphone, due to a problematic update from the Google Play Store. The problems have also impacted Gmail, Yahoo Mail, the Google app, and more, on Android smartphones and tablets. Thankfully, there is a fix. https://bit.ly/3sfq4ck

OnePlus has revealed its biggest surprise before the OnePlus 9 launch event today

ONEPLUS will unveil its all-new OnePlus 9 smartphone series at an event today as well as reveal details about its first-ever smartwatch. Ahead of the announcement, we've got some of the biggest details - as well as an early peek at the design of the Samsung Galaxy Watch and Apple Watch competitor. https://bit.ly/3lGNdlo

Gmail DOWN: Google's email app CRASHING as Android users can't access messages

SOME Gmail users are facing a frustrating evening with the popular email app crashing on Android devices. https://bit.ly/394kAti

Android apps keep crashing: Gmail, Yahoo Mail, Google app issues reported

ANDROID users are today reporting a series of frustrating issues with popular apps such as Gmail, Yahoo Mail and Google with apps reportedly crashing and having problems opening. https://bit.ly/3tOM3ai

Use Sky, TalkTalk or Plusnet? Why your broadband bill could soon rocket in price

USERS of broadband services from the likes of Sky, TalkTalk and Plusnet could soon find the price of their internet connection rocketing in price. Here's what is changing and why things could get more expensive. https://bit.ly/317kw7L

Samsung's Galaxy line-up for 2021 leaks - but one exciting phone is missing

SAMSUNG'S 2021 Galaxy line-up appears to have leaked - however, there's one heavily rumoured exciting phone that is missing. https://bit.ly/2Phy9ik

Chrome v Edge v Firefox: Your private browsing might not be as safe as you think

PRIVATE browsing modes such as Google's Chrome Incognito tool is a big part of any browser. But anyone that thinks they'll be able to leave no trace behind if they use such a feature are in for a rude awakening. https://bit.ly/314JBQJ

Google Maps dark theme for Android is FINALLY out - and it's been worth the wait

IT'S been a long time coming but dark mode has finally arrived in the Google Maps app for Android devices. https://bit.ly/3sbtkFQ

Sky, BT and Virgin Media beaten! New report reveals surprise broadband winner

SKY, BT, TalkTalk and Virgin Media have all be beaten in the latest Which? report and the winner might take you by surprise. https://bit.ly/3lwyxp0

Android app downloads on Google Play Store will be quicker than ever before

ANDROID fans will soon be able to experience a speed boost with app downloads from the Google Play Store set to be quicker than ever before. https://bit.ly/3r4yphI

WhatsApp reveals eight simple things every Android and iPhone user must do TODAY

WHATSAPP has revealed eight vital tips and tricks that users should do to help give their phone chats a spring clean. https://bit.ly/3c8sMLn

Android 12 brings a long overdue change to the way you unlock the screen

ANDROID fans have got their first look at how Android 12 will update arguably the most used feature of the Google mobile OS. https://bit.ly/2ORK6uZ

BT customers finally get some good news about their broadband speeds

BT COULD soon offer customer much faster download speeds and a more reliable connection thanks to a big announcement from Ofcom. https://bit.ly/3117992

WhatsApp users warned about fake Covid-19 vaccine message which is causing havoc

WHATSAPP users have been put on alert about a fake Covid-19 vaccine message which has been giving authorities a headache. https://bit.ly/3vGj4Yd

Galaxy A52 and A72 release and UK price: Meet Samsung's new flagship killers

SAMSUNG has just revealed two cut-priced new smartphones, the Galaxy A52 and Galaxy A72, which are designed to offer some serious specs at a cost more of us can afford. https://bit.ly/30QYNAY

Own a Ring Doorbell? This latest release aims to make your home even safer

RING is back with another home security gadget designed to keep your home even safer from crafty crooks and this time it's not a doorbell. https://bit.ly/3bXwoQf

Chrome update will speed up your PC and Mac as Google finally fixes infuriating problem

GOOGLE has released a brand new Chrome update which brings a big speed boost to PC and Macs, fixing a long running issue with the market-leading browser. https://bit.ly/3cOvg0x

Great news for Freeview fans: hours of free shows finally return to popular TVs

FREEVIEW fans have received some very good news this week with this popular service returning to LG TVs after being removed last year. https://bit.ly/30OfflD

NOW TV gets a whole new look and a much cheaper way to watch Sky

NOW TV has just had a major overhaul with a new look, new name and deal which offers a very cheap way to tune into Sky. https://bit.ly/38OEyZa

New Google Nest Hub smart speaker makes sure you get a good night's sleep

GOOGLE has revealed its all-new Nest Hub smart speaker which sits by the side of your bed and tracks your night's sleep. https://bit.ly/3bRTgAy

Don't buy a Galaxy S21 until you see what Samsung has planned for tomorrow

SAMSUNG will announce its latest range of smartphones tomorrow and it's definitely worth holding off upgrading until you find out exactly what it has planned next. https://bit.ly/2OFuNp4

Google warns Chrome users AGAIN – you must update your web browser now

GOOGLE is warning Chrome users for the second time this month that they need to update their web browser to avoid another critical flaw. https://bit.ly/2OEx3x1

Android warning: Google bans 10 more apps from its Play Store, now you need to act too

ANDROID users are being cautioned about 10 new apps found in the Google Play Store, which are loaded up with money-stealing malware. Google might've banned these apps from its digital store, but you still need to act to remove them from your handset. https://bit.ly/38LZ2lb

Why your terrible broadband speeds won’t stop your Microsoft Teams calls for much longer

MICROSOFT TEAMS has an in genius solution up its sleeve to stop bad broadband speeds preventing you from joining a video call with colleagues or friends. https://bit.ly/38Gwr0x

Upgrading to Windows 10 for FREE still works – even years after Microsoft's deadline

MICROSOFT officially ended its free Windows 10 upgrade promotion more than four years ago ...but according to one employee, it's still possible to upgrade for free if you're running Windows 7 or Windows 8 on your laptop or desktop. https://bit.ly/3tjrl2b

Incognito Mode in Chrome DOES track your browsing - and Google will face a lawsuit over it

A JUDGE has ruled that Google is going to court to fight a class-action lawsuit that claims the Californian company didn't properly notify users that their personal data was being tracked when using the "privacy" focused Incognito Mode in the immensely-popular Chrome browser. https://bit.ly/3lj0il2

BT and Vodafone launch new unbreakable broadband but is really worth paying the price?

BT AND Vodafone have both announced new broadband services which claim to keep you online even if there's a major outage. Here's all you need to know about Halo 3+ and Vodafone Pro. https://bit.ly/3vhfGmt

Alexa could get a huge upgrade as Amazon ‘prepares a home ROBOT the size of a cat’

AMAZON is believed to be planning an all-new Alexa device that will be able to independently roam around your home - answering questions from any room, and interacting with other connected gadgets in your house. According to sources, it's the size of a cat and uses wheels to trundle around. https://bit.ly/30GpaJR